Child & Adolescent Psychiatric NP - Impactful Care

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) in Brick, NJ seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse for Children’s unit. The role provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under physician supervision for ages 5–21.

The position requires an NJ RN license and a Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing with ANCC certification. Experience with children/adolescents and bilingual ability are a plus; full-time, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• NJ RN license required.
• Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing or related field.
• ANCC certification as Psychiatric/Mental Health specialist or NP.
• Child/adolescent experience preferred, bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and diagnose, prescribe medications under physician supervision.
• Educate clients and guardians on medication needs, dosage and potential side effects.
• Provide training and medical direction to staff for assessments and treatment plans.
• Collaborate across departments to coordinate services and care.
• Maintain accurate medication records and intake documentation.
• Support trauma-informed care and teamwork within the agency.

Skills

Licensed RN NJ

Master's in Psychiatric Nursing

ANCC Certification

Bilingual

Education

Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing

Job description

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) in Brick, NJ seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse for Children’s unit. The role provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under physician supervision for ages 5–21.

The position requires an NJ RN license and a Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing with ANCC certification. Experience with children/adolescents and bilingual ability are a plus; full-time, 40 hours per week.